Plot
What is the initial reason the boys are stranded on the island?
Their plane crashes after being mistaken for a military craft
The scene where Roger throws stones at the littlun Henry is primarily an example of what literary device?
What does the conch shell primarily symbolize throughout the novel?
civilization and democratic order
This character is an introspective boy who discovers the truth about the beast but is killed before he can reveal it
Simon
In the novel, what is the Lord of the Flies (literally NOT symbolically)?
The pig's head on a stick
How does Simon die?
He's beaten to death by the group during a frenzy
The end of rational civilization and order
What does the deterioration of Piggy's glasses represent?
The breakdown of rational thought and civilization
These characters are referred to as the “fair boy” and “fat boy” at the very beginning of the novel
Ralph and Piggy
What animal does Ralph help hunt with Jack & the others?
A boar
What happens to the signal fire when the first ship passes?
It goes out because Jack's hunters neglect it
Ralph's growing hair best symbolizes what?
The passage of time
What is the name of the “narrow ledge of rock” that sticks out of the Ocean which eventually becomes Jack’s base and location of Piggy’s death?
castle rock
This character becomes increasingly violent & sadistic, serving as Jack’s primary enforcer
Roger
What emotion does Jack capitalize on in order to remain in charge?
Fear
Who is the first boy to die on the island?
Mulberry-birthmark boy
What two things do the fire symbolize? (Hint: Somewhat of a paradox)
Salvation and destruction
What is the literal reason Jack and the hunters wear face paint?
hunting camouflage
This character is swimming with Ralph, Piggy, and Simon when the signal fire goes out and a ship passes.
Maurice
What is the "beast" that terrifies the younger boys?
Their own imaginations
What causes Ralph to get chased at the end of the book?
Jack declares him as the enemy
"Slanting sticks of sunlight" is an example of what literary device?
Alliteration
A reflection of human society
The boy who gets tortured by the chief and savages for no reason
Wilfred
What is the ceremonial chant the hunters sing after killing a pig at the beginning of the novel?
(Must be word for word)
“Kill the pig. Cut her throat. Spill her blood.”